Domestic violence is a crime!

To draw public attention to the problems of domestic violence and to minimize the consequences of offenses committed on this basis, a preventive campaign "Home Without Violence" is being held in the Republic of Belarus from March 10 to March 16, 2025.

Family is one of the greatest values created by humanity throughout its existence, but not everyone manages to preserve it. Domestic violence leads to severe consequences, including irreparable ones.

In the vast majority of cases, women become victims of domestic violence. How not to become a victim of a domestic tyrant? What to do if violence is already occurring in your family?

1. If a critical situation arises, try to leave the apartment immediately;

2. Ask the neighbors you trust most to call the police if they hear screams from your apartment;

3. If you cannot leave the apartment, you must:

· Lock yourself in the bathroom with a phone and try to call the police;

· Call friends and acquaintances and ask them to come to your aid;

· Try to attract the attention of passers-by through open windows;

· If you managed to leave the apartment - knock on all doors, call for help; even if no one comes out, this may cool down the attacker, and you will have witnesses in case you contact the police;

In solving problems of domestic violence in Postavy District, you will be assisted by:

· Law enforcement agencies. If you are subjected to domestic cruelty, contact law enforcement agencies by phone 102, 3 13 02 or Postavy District Department of Internal Affairs at: Postavy, Sovetskaya St., 43;

·Territorial center for social services, which employs psychologists, social workers who will help you understand the problem;

·Medical institutions. If you have suffered from physical violence, seek medical help, document the injuries. In the future, a doctor's report will help punish the perpetrator;

In Postavy District, there is a crisis room for temporary stay of persons affected by domestic violence.

You are not alone - there are people who are ready to help and support you. Seek help!

Senior Inspector for Prevention of the Department of Law Enforcement

and Prevention

of the Department of Internal Affairs of Postavy District Executive Committee

Police Captain

Yu.A. Smirnov